GP Academic Support Specialist - JHB North at St Stithians College

The requirements for this position are:

• Suitable teaching qualification in the Foundation Phase with at least four years experience in Academic Support/Inclusive Education
• Suitable qualifications in Learning Support/Inclusive Education as a post-graduate qualification will be advantageous
• A fundamentally future-oriented approach to teaching and learning, incorporating future-fit technologies
• Expert knowledge, a commitment to, and experience in an inclusive education environment
• Sound understanding of the strategies and latest research to assist learners with barriers to learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers while providing in-class support in mixed ability classes
• Expertise in the development and design of individual support plans as well as individual education plans
• The ability to contribute to the Girls’ Preparatory SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) curriculum - teaching experience in this field would be an advantage
• The ability to differentiate and moderate the curriculum to complement our innovative approach to education
• Needs to contribute with innovation and enthusiasm to the morning and afternoon learning support programme
• A well-developed EQ, mindfulness and emotional agility
• Excellent analytical, communication, intrapersonal and administrative skills
• A willingness to research and share latest trends in latest and best inclusive practice
• Contribute and form part of the Campus Academic Forums
• Promotes and embraces diversity and inclusion
• Proof of registration with SACE and sexual offender’s clearance certificate
• An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos, co-curricular activities and pastoral approach
• A willingness to work within the Church-based/Christian ethos of the College.
• Proof of a sexual offender’s clearance certificate